Pembrokeshire residents rally to save Withybush Hospital services

Residents across Pembrokeshire can now support the campaign to protect services at Withybush Hospital by signing a paper petition available in town and community council offices throughout the county.
The initiative ensures that those who are digitally excluded, including older residents and those without reliable internet access, can still take part.
The petition, originally launched online by a local resident has already attracted more than 11,000 signatures, demonstrating strong public support for maintaining local healthcare services.
Providing both online and paper options will help ensure the campaign reflects the views of the whole community.
Local Senedd Members Paul Davies and Samuel Kurtz, who are helping lead the campaign, said it is essential that all voices are heard.
Mr Davies said: “We have taken significant steps to highlight the importance of protecting services at Withybush Hospital, including gathering evidence from staff, patients and residents, and raising concerns with health leaders. It is vital that people continue to share their experiences of why local services matter.”
Mr Kurtz added: “The community has come together before to oppose cuts to Withybush, and once again the community are showing that they will not accept the closure of services lying down. We will stand beside them every step of the way until this decision is overturned.”
Both members have formally requested that the petition be debated in the Senedd before its dissolution, to ensure Pembrokeshire residents’ concerns are considered at the highest level.
Maintaining services at Withybush is critical for patient safety, timely emergency care and supporting rural communities, where travel times to alternative hospitals can be significantly longer.
Residents wishing to sign the petition can do so at their local town or community council office.
The following Councils have accepted paper copies of the Senedd petition: Saundersfoot, Narberth; Pembroke; Pembroke Dock; Milford Haven; Fishguard & Goodwick; Haverfordwest; Newport.